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Communication in autism spectrum disorder: a guide for pediatric nurses

Amanda B Brown, Jennifer H Elder

    Pediatric Nursing
    |May 2, 2015
    PubMed

    Insights

    Nurses can improve care for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) by understanding communication challenges. Simple environmental and communication style adaptations enhance nurse-child interactions.

    Area of Science:

    • Neurodevelopmental Disorders
    • Pediatric Nursing
    • Communication Sciences

    Background:

    • Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) affects 1 in 68 children in the U.S.
    • ASD is characterized by impairments in social interaction, communication, and behavior.
    • Effective communication is crucial for nurses providing quality care to children with ASD.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the communication challenges faced by children with ASD.
    • To examine theoretical frameworks explaining ASD's impact on communication.
    • To identify practical strategies for improving nurse-child communication in ASD care.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of theoretical frameworks for ASD and communication (e.g., theory of mind, central coherence, executive function).
    • Analysis of communication difficulties in children with ASD, including vocalic, kinesthetic, and proxemic aspects.
    • Synthesis of literature on environmental and stylistic adaptations for effective communication.

    Main Results:

    • Children with ASD experience specific difficulties in vocalic, kinesthetic, and proxemic communication.
    • Theoretical models provide insight into the neurological underpinnings of these communication challenges.
    • Adaptations in environmental and communication styles can significantly improve interactions.

    Conclusions:

    • Understanding ASD-related communication barriers is essential for nurses.
    • Simple, practical adaptations can enhance the effectiveness of nurse-child communication.
    • Improved communication facilitates higher quality care for children with ASD.

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